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I am also a member on North Carolina Woodworker and there are many talented lathe artists there who can turn these bowls for you. I posted this morning and hopefully by this afternoon I will have some names for you to contact and work with.

Remember, unless kiln dried, spalted wood will still contain an active fungus/bacteria that is harmful.

Tristan, amazing find and I agree those would be perfect. I would love a set for steaks myself although Dave brings up a great point. The last thing I need is to die from some fungus because I am into an esoteric hobby.

I have some replies on NCWW and the one I am interested in is a terrific turner. Stay tuned for more info.

Yes, I believe he looks for downed trees and seems to be very interested in spalted maple. Another craftsman on NCWW does steak plates and I tried my best to trade for four cherry plates a while ago but he wouldn't bite. I will also provide his name later.

I believe these wood workers can make a range of things. Dave is just joining the dots so that we can see their work and contact them on our requirements.

I ultimately plan to make a set of 6 steak plates, out of highly figured wood, that is food safe, and that retains much of its natural character (e.g. partial natural boundaries say on 30% of the perimeter) as I think it preseves the 'craftsmanship' of the piece.

Any help I can get in being pointed to the right direction is much appreciated...